Recognizing Excellence in Nutrition and Physical Activity
The HealthierUS School Challenge: Smarter Lunchrooms (HUSSC: SL) is a voluntary certification initiative recognizing those schools enrolled in Team Nutrition that have created healthier school environments through promotion of nutrition and physical activity.
To date, HUSSC: SL awards have been given to schools in 50 states and the District of Columbia. As of November 23, 2016, there are 4,329 schools certified (3,010 Bronze, 845 Silver, 3049 Gold, and 165 Gold Award of Distinction).
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Recent Award Winners |
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USDA Helps Schools Make Lunchrooms "Smarter" Take the HealthierUS School Challenge using the 2014 Criteria and Guidance |